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2024

VILLA

RICA

Fall Sports Program

www.jones-wynn.com

PROGRAM DEDICATION

We are honored to dedicate this program to Jane Whitfield, a truly remarkable woman whose unwavering dedication and boundless love have touched the lives of countless people. Jane embodies the spirit of selflessness and compassion. She cares deeply for each and every child she encounters, going above and beyond to ensure their well-being and happiness. Her willingness to do whatever is needed, without hesitation, is a testament to her extraordinary character and commitment. Not only does Jane provide invaluable support and assistance, but she also loves each child as if they were her own. Her genuine affection and concern create a nurturing environment where children feel valued, safe, and cherished. Jane’s unique ability to connect with her students allows her to understand their individual needs and challenges, enabling her to provide the guidance and support necessary to alter their life trajectories positively. Many students who might have otherwise been overlooked or underestimated find their potential unlocked through her encouragement and mentorship. Her impact is profound. Her qualities are unmatched. Despite her significant influence, Jane never takes any of the praise. She always passes it on to others, working tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everyone else shines. Her humility and selflessness make her an even more excep tional role model, inspiring all those around her.

Thank you, Jane, for your tireless efforts and for being a shining example of love in action. This program is a testament to your incredible contributions and the profound impact you have on the lives of so many.

With deepest gratitude, Villa Rica Football honors Jane Whitfield.

MESSAGE FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

Welcome to the Carroll County School System! Our vision is to be recognized as a premier school district with premier opportunities for all students in academics, arts, athletics, and activities. Carroll County Schools extracurricular programs have been recognized statewide for their quality and reputation for excellence. Our success is attributable to the tremendous support and dedication of our students, coaches, sponsors, teachers, administrators, parents, and community. Our schools work diligently to provide everyone with an enjoyable game day experience where students have the opportunity to showcase their talents and our spectators can show their support.

Thank you for joining us. We hope that you enjoy a fun, safe, and comfortable visit.

Scott K. Cowart

CARROLL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

Mr. Bryant Turner Board Chairman District 7 bryantturnerschoolboard@gmail.com

Mrs. Sandra A. Morris Vice Chair District 2 sandraamorris4590@gmail.com

District 1 Dr. Bernice Brooks bernicebrooks85@gmail.com

Mr. Kerry Miller District 3 kmiller459@gmail.com

Mr. Tom Sizemore District 5 sizemoretom70@gmail.com

District 6 Mr. Bart Cater bart_boe@me.com

Mrs. Lawana Knight District 4 lawanaknight147@gmail.com

PRINCIPAL

Hello Wildcat Family!! A hearty Wildcat welcome to the campus

of Villa Rica High School and Sam McIntyre Stadium. We are excited to have you here to support our amazing Wildcat students. Friday nights under the lights are special because it is a time to bring the entire community together to support our Wildcats. A time to cheer, sing the fight song, rally around the Cats down on the field and share our enthusiasm for all of our VR community.

Also, these autumn nights are one of the many learning opportunities we, at VR, provide for our students as they grow into the responsibilities of adulthood, develop resilience and integrity and learn that tenacity with grace will help them realize their dreams. At VRHS, we strive to provide a premier high school experience for all of our students. We want them to excel in whatever endeavors they choose, from academics, to fine arts, to athletics. Tonight we get to watch our team, our band, and our cheerleaders, wearing the purple and gold, representing our school with pride and enthusiasm. We applaud and appreciate the hard work that these students, their coaches, sponsors and directors, have dedicated to be ready for tonight. I know they are focused to give their best for old VR! Villa Rica High School could not flourish without the support of the Carroll County Board of Education and the leadership of Superintendent Scott Cowart. VRHS is very appreciative of the opportunities our school district offers so we can elevate all our students. As we prepare for kickoff, I thank you for joining us tonight and I hope you enjoy the VR experience. Football Friday nights are special, especially when you are a VR Wildcat!! Go Cats!!

Dr. Mike Bedosky Principal

WE ARE VR!! “ELEVATE THE STANDARD”

FOOTBALL

AUSTIN BARRON

COACHING POSITION: HEAD COACH YEARS EXPERIENCE: 4 TEACHING AREA: WEIGHT TRAINING EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION. UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

ADAM STRAKOSE

COACHING POSITION: ASSISTANT COACH YEARS EXPERIENCE: 10 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: WEIGHT LIFTING TEACHING AREA: PHYSICAL EDUCATION

EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA. MASTER’S: JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY. SPECIALIST: VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY

EVERETT PETWAY III

COACHING POSITION: ASSISTANT COACH YEARS EXPERIENCE: 8 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: REC BASKETBALL TEACHING AREA: ESEP PARAPROFESSIONAL EDUCATION: SOME COLLEGE COMPLETED. ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY

FOOTBALL

ANTHONY GRAY

COACHING POSITION: DEFENSIVE LINE YEARS EXPERIENCE: 10 TEACHING AREA: FOOTBALL EDUCATION: ATTENDED UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

CHUCK WALKER

COACHING POSITION: RUNNING BACKS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 16 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: BASKETBALL TEACHING AREA: MENTOR EDUCATION: IEC ELECTRICAL BEACON UNIVERSITY

BLAKE TURNER

COACHING POSITION: OFFENSIVE LINE AND H BACKS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 13 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: TENNIS TEACHING AREA: SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: BACHELORS- UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

FOOTBALL

ADDISON DANIEL

COACHING POSITION: ASSISTANT 9TH GRADE COACH YEARS EXPERIENCE: 4 YEARS OTHER SPORTS COACHED: GOLF TEACHING AREA: SOCIAL STUDIES EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA. MASTER’S: KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY. SPECIALIST: UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

KYLE GAMBLE

COACHING POSITION: QUARTERBACKS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 6 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: BASEBALL TEACHING AREA: SCIENCE EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: POINT UNIVERSITY. MASTER’S: UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

CHRIS RIPPY

COACHING POSITION: OFFENSIVE COORDINATOR OFFENSIVE LINE YEARS EXPERIENCE: 26 YEARS OTHER SPORTS COACHED: TENNIS, TRACK, BASEBALL, SOCCER, WRESTLING TEACHING AREA: CTAE EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: LAGRANGE COLLEGE. MASTER’S: LAGRANGE COLLEGE

FOOTBALL

TERRELL WALKER

COACHING POSITION: DEFENSIVE BACKS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 15 PLUS YEARS OTHER SPORTS COACHED: TRACK TEACHING AREA: SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: MASTER’S JACKSONVILLE STATE

JOHN FULKERSON

COACHING POSITION: KICKERS, PUNTERS, LONG SNAPPERS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 41 YEARS TEACHING AREA: SUBSTITUTE TEACHER (RETIRED AFTER 40 YEARS) EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: CARSON NEWMAN COLLEGE

KINLEY CANTRELL

COACHING POSITION: DIRECTOR OF FOOTBALL OPERATIONS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 4 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: WRESTLING TEACHING AREA: CBI: ADAPTED SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: BACHELORS OF SCIENCE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION: UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA. MASTERS OF SPECIAL EDUCATION: AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

FOOTBALL

MARZAVION DIX

COACHING POSITION: DEFENSIVE LINE YEARS EXPERIENCE: 6 YEARS OTHER SPORTS COACHED: BASKETBALL, TRACK & FIELD TEACHING AREA: PHYSICAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S : UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

MICHAEL HILBERT

COACHING POSITION: SAFETIES AND DEFENSIVE COORDINATOR YEARS EXPERIENCE: 12 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: HEAD COACH TRACK AND FIELD TEACHING AREA: PHYSICAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: WALDEN UNIVERSITY

DOLPH MCCARSON

COACHING POSITION: FRESHMAN OFFENSIVE LINE YEARS EXPERIENCE: FIRST YEAR OTHER SPORTS COACHED: ACADEMIC QUIZ BOWL TEACHING AREA: BUILDING SUBSTITUTE EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

FOOTBALL

JACOB ERTZBERGER

COACHING POSITION: FRESHMAN HEAD COACH/VARSITY ASSISTANT YEARS EXPERIENCE: 7 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: BASEBALL TEACHING AREA: MATH EDUCATION: ASSOCIATES: SOUTHERN UNION STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE. BACHELORS: UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA

JARED LAYMON

COACHING POSITION: FRESHMAN FOOTBALL YEARS EXPERIENCE: 14 OTHER SPORTS COACHED: HEAD WRESTLING COACH TEACHING AREA: PHYSICAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (PHYSICAL EDUCATION). JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY

LEFLOYD PHILLIPS

COACHING POSITION: WIDE RECEIVERS YEARS EXPERIENCE: 10 TEACHING AREA: SPECIAL EDUCATION EDUCATION: BACHELOR’S: WEST VIRGINIA STATE UNIVERSITY

VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE

Villa Rica High School Wildcat Football

Head Coach: Austin Barron Principal: Dr. Mike Bedosky Athletic Director: Rick Sauls 2024 Varsity Football Schedule

Day

Date

Opponent

Location

Time

Thursday

8/8

Newnan (Scrimmage)

Away

7:30

Friday

8/16

Troup County

Home

7:30

Friday

8/23

Northgate

Away

7:30

Friday

8/30

BYE

Friday

9/6

Central

Home